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BlacKkKlansman

What’s it about?BlacKkKlansman is an incredible true story of an American hero. It’s the early 1970s, and Ron Stallworth is the first African-American detective to serve in the Colorado Springs Police Department. Determined to make a name for himself, he sets out on a dangerous mission to infiltrate and expose the Ku Klux Klan. He soon recruits a more experienced colleague, Flip Zimmerman, into the undercover investigation of a lifetime taking down this extremist hate group.

Who should see it?This R-rated film is a must see for those intrigued by history of American society. BlacKkKlansman is a kaleidoscopic study of cultural and institutional racism in America. The film is both enjoyable and intelligent with director Spike Lee making one of the most thought-provoking films of the year.

25,988 IMDb users have given a weighted average vote of 7.9 / 10 stars. Users say this film really shows the Klan for what they are, and highlights the good work of an amazing African-American police officer. Users are thoroughly impressed by the amazing performance by John David Washington and Adam Driver.

Critics on Rotten Tomatoes rates BlacKkKlansman at an incredible 95% on the Tomatometer. Critics admire how director Spike Lee understands that a serious subject matter can also be entertaining at the same time. Lee shifts from silly spoof to dramatic chill in a heartbeat. This film works as a comedy, crime drama, and political alarm-bell all at once.

Critics on Metacritic rated BlacKkKlansman at an 83 on the Metascore board. This universal acclaim is based 54 positive reviews, 1 mixed review and 1 negative review. Critics say this is one of Spike Lee’s best movies. With a dynamite cast and a sharp script, it’s an entertaining crime drama that amuses, shocks and invites the audience into a complex conversation about the power of racism.

Incredibles 2

What’s it about?Everyone’s favorite family of superheroes is back, but this time Helen is in the spotlight, leaving Bob at home with Violet and Dash to navigate the day-to-day heroics of “normal” life. The tough transition for everyone is made tougher by the fact that the family is still unaware of baby Jack-Jack’s emerging superpowers. When a new villain emerges with a brilliant and dangerous plot, the family and Frozone must find a way to work together again.

Who should see it?This PG animated sequel is full of action and adventure for superheroes of all kinds. Incredibles 2 is another huge triumph for Pixar. Parents will feel just as empowered and entertained while watching Incredibles 2 as any child.

96,323 IMDb users have given a weighted average vote of 8.1 / 10 stars. Some users rated this movie poorly due to the fact that the incredible legacy of the original movie was more cohesive. Others say Incredibles 2 is about as good as one could hope for. The animation, special effects and action sequences are as amazing and impressive as ever, of course, but that does not make up for the less engaging and incoherent plot.

Critics on Rotten Tomatoes rates Incredibles 2 at 94% on the Tomatometer. Critics say Incredibles 2 makes its mark as a thrilling family adventure that can go head to head with any superhero movie. Pixar films are famously beautiful when it comes to character design and art direction, but Incredibles 2 is one of the most significant achievements in this regard.

Critics on Metacritic rated Incredibles 2 at an 80 on the Metascore board. The generally favorable reviews are based on 51 critics. With 0 negative reviews, 3 mixed reviews and 48 positive reviews, I’d say critics think this film is incredible! This film is a noisy crowd-pleaser that serves up enough eye candy to delight kids and grownups alike.

The Wife

What’s it about?A long-term marriage full of simmering tensions is brought to the boiling point when the husband wins the Nobel Prize for literature while his wife looks on in smiling silence. Professor Joe Castleman has become accustomed to being honored for his literary greatness. Joe’s arrogance is elevated by the news of the Nobel Prize, while Joan’s tolerance for his deceit, philandering, and belittling her as ‘the wife who does not write’ inches their marriage closer to breaking point.

Who should see it?The Wife, based on the novel “The Wife” by Meg Wolitzer, is an A-level film that will earn your respect for its intelligence. The Wife is a film that every adult should see. The theme is taken in a great way and the director managed to extract great performances from all the actors that makes this drama very enjoyable.

997 IMDb users have given a weighted average vote of 7.5 / 10 stars. This original tale of mid-life self-discovery is exceptionally compelling. Users say Glenn Close is close to perfection and her performance alone is worth the price of the ticket. The Wife is good at showing a dysfunctional marriage of convenience which is perfectly played by Ms. Close and Mr. Pryce. And of course, who wouldn’t love Christian Slater as Nathaniel Bone.

Critics on Rotten Tomatoes rates The Wife at an 86% on the Tomatometer. Critics say this film is full of strong acting, especially by Close, that helps create characters that hold our attention completely.

Critics on Metacritic rated The Wife at a 76 on the Metascore board. The generally favorable reviews are based on 32 critics. No doubt critics favor this film with only 1 negative review, 1 mixed review and 30 positive reviews. Critics say Close owns this movie from beginning to end. Critics complement that the movie has a great mix of intelligence and subtlety.

Movies Coming Soon

The House with a Clock in Its Walls

What’s it about?Ten-year-old Lewis goes to live with his uncle in a creaky old house that contains a mysterious tick tock noise. When Lewis accidentally awakens the dead, the town’s sleepy facade magically springs to life with a secret world of witches and warlocks.

Release Date: September 21, 2018

Life Itself

What’s it about?As a young New York couple go from college romance to marriage and the birth of their first child, the unexpected twists of their journey create reverberations that echo over continents and through lifetimes.

Release Date: September 21, 2018

Night School

What’s it about?A man’s life takes an unexpected turn when he accidentally blows up his place of employment. Forced to attend night school to get his GED, he must now deal with a group of misfit students and a feisty teacher who doesn’t think he’s too bright.